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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2007 Kona Makena and 2009 Kona Makena.

  2. Gearing

    2009 Kona Makena has a 10% lower climbing ratio than 2007 Kona Makena.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2007 Kona Makena40T · 14–28T · 6-speed
Lowest1.43:1Highest2.86:1Total range200%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.6 mphHighest gear15.2 mph

Uses front tire 20×1.95; rear size isn’t listed.

2009 Kona Makena36T · 14–28T · 6-speed
Lowest1.29:1Highest2.57:1Total range200%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.9 mphHighest gear13.7 mph

Uses front tire 20×1.95; rear size isn’t listed.

How it works

Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.

Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.

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Specification
2007 Kona Makena
2009 Kona Makena
Overview
Model Year
2007
2009
Brand
Kona
Kona
Model
Makena
Makena
Bicycle Type
Juvenile mountain bike, suspension
Juvenile mountain bike, suspension
Original MSRP
$249.00
$299.00
Colors
Blue, Pink
Black/White, Light Blue/White
Sizes
Boys 11", girls 11"
11"
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Kona 7005 Butted Aluminum
Kona 7005 Butted Aluminum
Fork
SR Suntour M-2000, 30mm travel
Spinner Grind 1, 50mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Juvenile Mix
Shimano mix
Shifters
Shimano Revo
SRAM MRX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Shimano Tourey Megarange
Crankset
ProWheel, 40 teeth
Pro Wheel, 36 teeth
Bottom Bracket
CH -32
Ch
BB Shell Width
—
68mm
Cassette
—
Shimano MF-TZ06
Rear Cogs
6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain
KMC Z50, 1/2 x 3/32"
KMC Z50
Pedals
SP 698K
Xerama SP-698K
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro J310 brakes, Tektro JL-510RS levers
Tektro J310 brakes, Tektro Jr. levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
CH 9080BW
1 1/8" CH
Handlebar
Kona Riser
Kona Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Kona Control
Kona Control
Saddle
Velo JR
Velo
Seatpost
Kona Thumb
Kona Thumb
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Formula
Formula
Rims
Araya VP-20
Rigida Cyber 10
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
20 x 1.95" CST
20 x 1.95 Kenda K-879
Wheel Size
20" wheels
20" wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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